Brent began his life as a financial adviser in 1992, is a foundation member of Financial Advice New Zealand and spent 7 years on national advisory boards. With extensive experience and expertise in financial planning, Brent has helped numerous clients achieve or exceed their financial and lifestyle ambitions.

Brent is deeply committed to his community, serving on the Central Otago Chamber and then Business South Advisory Board, as a trustee for the Alexandra Blossom Festival and treasurer or past treasurer for both the Central Otago Flying Club and the Alexandra Golf Club.

Brent is also a counsellor for the NZ Tournament Water Ski Association, a past executive member of the NZ Four Wheel Drive Association and past chairman of the Area Committee for St John.

Brent’s diverse interests and active involvement in various organizations highlight his passion for making a positive impact in his community.

Outside of work, Brent is a competitive slalom water-skier, multiple Southern region champion and national finalist. He also plays the odd game of golf, helps out in the local community and enjoying Central Otago with his wife Gaye and their 5 adult children, Ashely, Hannah, Kylie, John and Ben.

With a lifelong career in finance and banking, Scott helps clients make confident, informed financial and lifestyle decisions.

Scott has over 40 years’ experience in retail and international banking, much of this in various project management and managerial roles throughout New Zealand. Scott spent the last ten of these spent in Central Otago before he joined Central Financial Planning Ltd as a Client Manager and recently became a Financial Planner.

With extensive governance and finance expertise, Scott serves as Chair of Huddl, trustee of the Cromwell & Districts Community Trust, and former Chair of the Otago Chamber of Commerce Advisory Committee.

Outside of work, he enjoys golf and hiking with his wife Julie.

Dewald’s career spans a wide range of industries, including Media, Hospitality, Food and Beverage, Mining, and Real Estate. For the past five years, he has specialised in fire, general, and risk insurance, working as both an advisor and shareholder at a respected regional firm

Now, as part of Central Financial Planning, Dewald is committed to helping clients achieve their financial goals by applying his broad expertise and understanding. He is passionate about making a difference and finds fulfilment in helping others succeed.

Since relocating to Central Otago with his family in 2017, Alexandra has become their home. Dewald is deeply involved in the community, serving as Chair of both the Alexandra Youth Trust and Business South Central Otago, as well as Vice President of the Alexandra District Club Bowls.

In addition, Dewald runs a monthly business breakfast group, and mentor’s businesses through BusinessNZ.

In his free time, Dewald enjoys cycling, golfing, and hiking with his wife, Yolandie. He also represents Central Otago as a lawn bowler and takes time to enjoy playing music. Dewald and Yolandie have two young adult daughters, Deandie and Marzelle.

Gaye, who holds a degree in psychology, has spent most of her career working as a librarian. A mother of three adult children, she moved to Alexandra in 2010. Gaye has a deep love for literature, reading, and the outdoors. She is the backbone of our client administration and adviser support, ensuring everything runs smoothly for our clients